Violent Television Programming

question 87

Multiple Choice

Violent television programming

• A) creates short-term increases in aggression, but does not have long-term negative consequences.
• B) increases the likelihood of hostile thoughts and emotions.
• C) helps children learn the consequences of misbehavior.
• D) only has a negative effect on children who are already highly aggressive.

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